The McCarthy Report Episode 321: Designations
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Nov 24, 2025 Andy McCarthy, a former federal prosecutor and national security expert, shares insights on the legal significance of President Trump's designation of the Muslim Brotherhood as a terrorist organization. He explains the complexities of U.S. terrorism laws and how they differ for foreign entities versus domestic threats. The discussion shifts to the proposed Ukraine peace plan, questioning the reliability of Western security guarantees. McCarthy emphasizes the need for firm U.S. support to deter aggression and ponders the implications of a failed Ukraine for Europe.
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Opening Mets Chatter Before the Topics
- Andy McCarthy and Rich Lowry open with a light conversation about the Mets and Brandon Nimmo's trade.
- The small talk frames the episode before shifting into serious national security topics.
Why Foreign Terror Designations Exist
- The FTO (foreign terrorist organization) designation exists to give U.S. agencies power to choke foreign groups' resources and reach beyond U.S. jurisdiction.
- Domestic groups are handled through existing criminal laws to avoid criminalizing political speech.
Brotherhood's Blend Of Politics And Militancy
- The Muslim Brotherhood mixes politics, social services, and violence, making its link to terrorism diffuse but real in places like Hamas.
- Designating the Brotherhood risks sweeping many U.S. Islamist organizations that trace roots to Brotherhood networks.